Manzanillo, Costa Rica
Khai's
Beach Bar
Jale por un zarpe a Khai's, mae
Open Daily · 10am – Late · Open till Sunrise Fri & Sat · Feet in the sand since 2024
Manzanillo, Costa Rica
Jale por un zarpe a Khai's, mae
Khai's was born from a hammock dream, a handshake, and a little boy named Khai who used to nap in the sand here while his old man built the bar. Our driftwood shack sits right on the sand in Manzanillo — the last stretch of untouched coastline on Costa Rica's southern Caribbean.
We built this place with reclaimed wood, a lot of rum, and one simple rule: leave your worries at the tree line. Our kitchen runs on whatever the fishermen bring in that morning, our bar runs on fresh coconuts and good vibes, and our playlist runs on roots reggae and the sound of waves.
Whether you just stumbled off the jungle trail, paddled in from a surf session, or took the bus from Puerto Viejo — pull up a stool, dig your toes in the sand, and stay a while. Or forever. We don't judge.
There's always a reason to come by. Here's what's coming up at the shack.
Half-price ceviche all day. Acoustic guitar from 4pm. The most mellow start to any week, anywhere.
All DayGrab the mic and sing your heart out — or sit back and watch the chaos. Reggaetón, classic rock, bachata, whatever you want. Free shot of Qué Parió Mamá if you finish a full song. Two Wilsons and a Puki Yuki if you actually sound good.
8pm – LateHalf-price cocktails, ₡1,500 Imperials, and ₡2,000 Puki Yukis. The best deal on the Caribbean coast, every single day. Show up thirsty.
3pm – 5pmLive reggae & dancehall from local Caribbean musicians. $2 Imperials. The whole village shows up.
7pm – LateWe stay open until sunrise on weekends — DJ spinning tropical house, disco & funk all night long. 2-for-1 cocktails at midnight. Stick around and watch the sun come up over the Caribbean with us.
10pm – SunriseWhole fish on the grill, jerk chicken, cold beers, dominoes tournament, and absolutely zero productivity. As it should be.
12pm – 8pmBonfire on the beach, fire dancers, DJ till 2am, glow paint station, and a special Full Moon Punch served in coconuts. Our biggest night of the month.
8pm – 2amCosta Rica's Labor Day = nobody works = everybody parties. Live salsa band, ceviche bar, fireworks at 9pm. Free shot of guaro for anyone who shows up barefoot (so, everyone).
2pm – MidnightTwo years of sandy floors and good vibes. Live band, guest bartender from San José, pig roast, and free Khais for the first 50 guests. Don't miss this one.
All Day & NightSpoiler: it's beautiful. Caribbean coast = warm year-round.
Translation: Come now. Bring sunscreen.
"We stopped in for one drink on our way back from the wildlife refuge. That was three days ago. I've missed my flight and I don't care."
"Best ceviche on the entire Caribbean coast. And I've been living here for six years. The Khai cocktail is life-changing."
"The reggae night on Wednesday is the best night out in all of Limón province. And the fish tacos at 1am? Criminal how good they are."
We're at the end of the road — literally. Manzanillo is the last town on Costa Rica's southern Caribbean coast. You can't miss us: look for the driftwood sign, the reggae, and the smell of grilled fish.
Playa Manzanillo
Manzanillo, Limón
Costa Rica 70403
200m past the bus stop, right on the beach
Kitchen closes 1 hour before bar. Closed during tropical storms (we're not crazy).
WhatsApp: +506 8888-KHAI
Email: [email protected]
Instagram: @khais.manzanillo
From San José: 4.5hr drive via Limón, or fly to Limón + 1hr taxi.
From Puerto Viejo: 13km south, 20 min by car/bus, or a really good bike ride.
From Bocas del Toro (Panama): Water taxi + bus, ~3 hours.
